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Yoshiteru Takariki - Bizen Mugcup

4,400 YEN
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size : W11.0cm×8.5cm×H9.6cm

A freshly kiln-opened work from September 2025 by Yoshiteru Takariki, who trained under Sozan Kaneshige and Yuho Kaneshige.

Made with a relatively high proportion of mountain soil, the surface is matte with many small stones, offering a character distinct from tatsuchi (paddy-field clay). The firing fully leverages the soil’s nature, yielding an orange, nanban yakishime–like clay color enriched with Kase-Goma—quietly yet deeply expressive.

Unusually for Takariki, this mug features a bold, heavily tooled “yamamichi” band around the waist, and together with the aforementioned clay character it conveys an exotic, non-tatsuchi mood compared with his usual works.

Though sold as a mug, the piece is tall and vertically stretched, making it suitable not only for coffee but also for beer and other drinks. With daily use, the mountain-soil surface will naturally polish, developing a deeper, gracefully weathered patina over time.



Yoshiteru Takariki - Bizen cup

5,500 YEN
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size : W9.5cm×9.3cm×H8.7cm

A fresh kiln opening from September 2025, this new piece by Yoshiteru Takariki—who trained under Sozan Kaneshige and Yuho Kaneshige—was made with a relatively high proportion of mountain soil. The result is a matte surface with many small stones, offering a character distinct from tatsuchi (paddy-field clay).

The firing makes full use of the mountain soil’s qualities:
on the exterior, a nanban yakishime–like orange clay color interplays with Kase-Goma, while the interior shows a brighter scarlet clay color that delights the eye.

Pebbles contained in the mountain soil have emerged through firing, adding a quietly weathered nuance to the unpretentious nanban-style skin.

Though sold as a multi-purpose cup, the size is close to a small tea bowl. It works beautifully as a large yunomi, a shochu/rocks glass with ice, or even a small matcha bowl for casual use—versatile and enjoyable across settings.

With daily use, the mountain soil surface will polish naturally, developing a deeper, gracefully weathered feel over time.



Yoshiteru Takariki - Bizen Beerglass

6,600 YEN
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size : W12.9cm×9.1cm×H12.7cm

A new work by Yoshiteru Takariki, who trained under Sozan Kaneshige and Yuho Kaneshige, this is a freshly kiln-opened piece from September 2025.

Created to preserve the appeal of Bizen clay while surpassing the feel of glass steins, it features an unusually large format—approximately 650 ml—rare even in Bizen. Fired slowly on the mid-slope of a climbing kiln, the piece exhibits an exceptionally dense scarlet clay color, as if the flame itself had settled into the surface.

That scarlet tone pairs naturally with beer: it slakes a dry throat while instantly “opening up” the character of the clay on contact. For best results, chill the stein before use. The slight moisture that forms on the surface both enhances the tactile feel and helps reduce soiling, letting the clay’s nuanced character appear even more beautifully.

An affordably priced work that also makes an excellent gift.



Toukoubou Yu - Imbe Hidasuki Yunomi

5,500 YEN

size : W7.4cm×7.3cm×H7.4cm

Run by two potters who trained under Yuho Kaneshige, Toukoubou Yu presents an Imbe Hidasuki yunomi that embodies restraint: within the rigorously unadorned form, subtle undulations in the clay quietly convey the maker’s hand.

This is a luxurious cup made from exceptionally fine Bizen clay—the very material the two once felt was “too precious to use” when the studio began.

Although they often produce very thin, glass-like profiles, here they deliberately return to a classic yunomi silhouette and even adopt a traditional straw wrapping for the Hidasuki, pursuing a fully classic style.

While the wrapping method is traditional, the quality of the Hidasuki remains at a very high standard, with bold, linear Hidasuki running across the exterior and a full, even Hidasuki spread over the interior well, yielding a finish that embodies the beauty of utility.



Toukoubou Yu - Imbe Hidasuki Yunomi

5,500 YEN
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size : W7.5cm×7.3cm×H7.4cm

Run by two potters who trained under Yuho Kaneshige, Toukoubou Yu presents an Imbe Hidasuki yunomi that embodies restraint: within the rigorously unadorned form, subtle undulations in the clay quietly convey the maker’s hand.

This is a luxurious cup made from exceptionally fine Bizen clay—the very material the two once felt was “too precious to use” when the studio began.

Although they often produce very thin, glass-like profiles, here they deliberately return to a classic yunomi silhouette and even adopt a traditional straw wrapping for the Hidasuki, pursuing a fully classic style.

While the wrapping method is traditional, the quality of the Hidasuki remains at a very high standard, with bold, linear Hidasuki running across the exterior and a full, even Hidasuki spread over the interior well, yielding a finish that embodies the beauty of utility.



Seishi Mori - Yunomi

11,000 YEN
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size : W8.2cm×8.0cm×H9.4cm

He was born into a family with a long tradition of Bizen ware.
Under normal circumstances, he would have played a central role in the Bizen Pottery industry.
However, at the root of his work was his anger toward society at large.
He was good at putting destructive emotions into his works and creating works that were even grotesque.
He named his kiln "Shakuyo" and was particularly particular about the occurrence of red clay color.
The kanji for "Shakuyou" means "the sun that burns everything.



Kei Ushigaki - Yunomi

5,500 YEN

size : W8.7cm×8.7cm×H7.3cm

Kei Ushigaki trained under Living National Treasure Jun Isezaki and later established his own kiln in Kagoshima, his grandfather’s homeland.
Seeing Bizen-yaki from the distance of Kagoshima allowed him to rediscover its appeal; this piece embodies that renewed vision.

Fired in the anagama he built in Kagoshima with fine clay, it presents rich Hidasuki together with delicate tobi-goma, both characteristic of wood firing.

In form, it faithfully carries the Isezaki clan vocabulary: thrown with generous thickness, then pared along the sides into a clean, stylish profile.

Although made as a yunomi, the mouth is notably wide, so it can also be enjoyed as a rocks glass with ice.



Makoto Kaneshige - Hidasuki Beerglass

16,500 YEN

size : W7.5cm×7.0cm×H10.1cm

This Hidasuki beer glass is crafted by Makoto Kaneshige, who has inherited the Maruyama kiln as the eldest son of Sozan Kaneshige. He captivates collectors with his bold and dynamic forms.

Faithful to the fundamental principle of Bizen ware — “bringing out the natural character of the clay” — this piece embraces a minimalistic approach to decoration, resulting in a dignified and well-balanced silhouette.

It is made from a coarse clay with a high sand content, the same type favored by So Kaneshige for his tableware. The clean, pale "Mogusa"-colored clay body is adorned with vivid Hidasuki lines, a technique passed down directly from his father, Sozan Kaneshige.

Upon closer inspection, the surface reveals intricate details — small black iron spots and mineral textures unique to this special clay. These subtle yet refined expressions are beautifully enhanced by firing in the custom-built Maruyama electric kiln.

The mouth of the vessel is uniquely pinched into a rhomboid shape — a signature form also favored by So Kaneshige himself. This distinctive design makes it not only suitable for beer or tea but also ideal for enjoying a variety of Western liquors such as wine.



Kei Ushigaki - Katakuchi

7,150 YEN
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size : W9.5cm×9.1cm×H9.6cm 250cc

Kei Ushigaki trained under Living National Treasure Jun Isezaki and later established his own kiln in Kagoshima, his grandfather’s homeland.

Seeing Bizen-yaki from the distance of Kagoshima allowed him to rediscover its appeal; this piece embodies that renewed vision.

Fired in an anagama he built in Kagoshima with fine clay, it presents a bright gray fire pattern accented by a vivid, ripened-persimmon scarlet break.

Inside the well, the firing advanced further than the front scarlet, yielding the dense shiso-purple tone that is quintessential to Bizen-yaki.

In form, it faithfully carries the Isezaki clan vocabulary: thrown with generous thickness, then pared along the sides into an elegant octagonal profile.

The distinctive katakuchi spout completes the design and pours cleanly and decisively.



Makoto Kaneshige - Hidasuki Beerglass

16,500 YEN
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size : W7.1cm×7.0cm×H10.1cm

This Hidasuki beer glass is crafted by Makoto Kaneshige, who has inherited the Maruyama kiln as the eldest son of Sozan Kaneshige. He captivates collectors with his bold and dynamic forms.

Faithful to the fundamental principle of Bizen ware — “bringing out the natural character of the clay” — this piece embraces a minimalistic approach to decoration, resulting in a dignified and well-balanced silhouette.

It is made from a coarse clay with a high sand content, the same type favored by So Kaneshige for his tableware. The clean, pale "Mogusa"-colored clay body is adorned with vivid Hidasuki lines, a technique passed down directly from his father, Sozan Kaneshige.

Upon closer inspection, the surface reveals intricate details — small black iron spots and mineral textures unique to this special clay. These subtle yet refined expressions are beautifully enhanced by firing in the custom-built Maruyama electric kiln.

The mouth of the vessel is uniquely pinched into a rhomboid shape — a signature form also favored by So Kaneshige himself. This distinctive design makes it not only suitable for beer or tea but also ideal for enjoying a variety of Western liquors such as wine.



Kei Ushigaki - Yunomi

5,500 YEN
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size : W8.7cm×8.5cm×H7.0cm

Kei Ushigaki trained under Living National Treasure Jun Isezaki and later established his own kiln in Kagoshima, his grandfather’s homeland.
Seeing Bizen-yaki from the distance of Kagoshima allowed him to rediscover its appeal; this piece embodies that renewed vision.

Fired in the anagama he built in Kagoshima with fine clay, it presents rich Hidasuki together with delicate tobi-goma, both characteristic of wood firing.

In form, it faithfully carries the Isezaki clan vocabulary: thrown with generous thickness, then pared along the sides into a clean, stylish profile.

Although made as a yunomi, the mouth is notably wide, so it can also be enjoyed as a rocks glass with ice.



Kei Ushigaki - Mugcup

5,720 YEN
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size : W11.2cm×8.8cm×H7.6cm

Kei Ushigaki trained under Living National Treasure Jun Isezaki and later established his own kiln in Kagoshima, his grandfather’s homeland.
Seeing Bizen-yaki from the distance of Kagoshima allowed him to rediscover its appeal; this piece embodies that renewed vision.

Fired in the anagama he built in Kagoshima with fine clay, it presents a scarlet-and-amber gradation characteristic of wood firing.
There is little Kigoma across the surface—only a faint sesame sheen around the rim—so the ripe-apple-skin scarlet rightly takes center stage.

In form, it faithfully carries the Isezaki clan vocabulary: the body is trimmed and pared into a clean, stylish profile that suits contemporary daily use while preserving the spirit of Bizen-yaki.



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